Hey Nostradamus!
Description
Set in 1988 North Vancouver, this haunting novel explores the devastating aftermath of a school shooting through the interconnected stories of those touched by tragedy. Douglas Coupland examines how a single catastrophic moment fractures lives and communities, following the survivors as they grapple with grief, loss, and the search for meaning in the wake of senseless violence. Through multiple perspectives and voices, the narrative reveals the complex emotional landscape of those left behind—students, families, and witnesses struggling to comprehend and move forward. Coupland's unflinching exploration raises profound questions about survival, resilience, and what it truly means to rebuild a life after unimaginable trauma. This powerful work stands as a meditation on how tragedy reshapes identity and forces us to reckon with our capacity for both destruction and healing.
Available Editions
paperback
HarperPerennial
Published Mar 15, 2004
336 pages
ISBN: 9780007162512
paperback
Bloomsbury
Published Jan 1, 2004
258 pages
ISBN: 9781582344157
Reviews
1 rating
Community Reviews(1)
After reading <i>All Families are Psychotic</i> and being less than impressed with Douglas Coupland's writing style, I have to admit I avoided reading any more of his work; until I recently discovered myself without a book and a copy of <i>Hey Nostradamus!</i> being to hand, I picked it up and started to read.. I have to retract all statements I made about Douglas Coupland. This book was <i>fantastic</i>. While I am cautious about reading more of his books (in fear of having this wonderful new enlightenment being destroyed!) I would thoroughly recommend <i>Hey Nostradamus!</i>.
Details
First Published
2003
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Hey Nostradamus! by Douglas Coupland.